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Modding & other stuff I'm willing to do for free

Not sure if this is going to open a can of worms or what, but I'll give it a try.

I know there's people out there who want to mod or build lights but have limited tools, knowledge, ability, and/or re$ource$ that prevent them from completing their projects.

Thus, I kindly request that if you are willing to help others with their mods (machining work, electronics, finding parts, forwarding parts, soldering, replacing LED's, etc.) or other services, at no charge, post the details and conditions here.

If you are a person in search of a service, please PM the person offering the service directly, so we don't clutter the thread with details of the work involved.

What follows is a list of people have kindly agree to do for you at no charge. Please click on the link for details (conditions, disclaimers, special instructions, etc.):

Mac OS X Software and hardware certified and will absolutely help anyone with any needs they may have. Perfectly willing to troubleshoot software issues online through email, IM, or even phone. I would consider hardware help after working out the logistics of shipping as well.

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That's a really nice gesture. I can provide some soldering services to people around Toronto for now. The canadian postal system is too exp to send stuff to canada to do. I'm sure someone in the US can help you out.

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cratz2, just replied to your question via PM.

Since this thread is a work in progress, I think that if you are a person in searching for a service, please PM the person offering the service directly, so we don't clutter the thread with details of the work involved. Sort of what they do with the Modder's Yellow pages, I'd like this to be a directory of services more than a discussion of work to be done.

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Originally Posted by Sinjz

I was wondering if anybody can offer a similar service to open up my Arc LS First Run (two piece head). I want to swap the Lux1.

I appreciate your words, guys.

I would like to emphasize that I am not an expert modder by any means. I'm familiar with a few simple setups (translation: I've killed enough of them to "sort of know" what to watch out for ), but I'll defer anything more complex to the real modders. For example, I wouldn't know where to start with an ArcLS First Run, and I'd go if someone asked me to build a circuit for them.

Originally Posted by LunalTic

I wish I had skills worthy of offering but I'm still practicing and the results are sometimes scary.

And what made you think I know what I'm doing? Please, don't think I'm in the same league as Chop, CY, LitFuse, and many others. I'm still learning, and sometimes things don't go as planned. If you're comfortable with taking that risk and letting me work on your lights, that's OK. I try my very best not to make mistakes (but it can happen). I guess that's a risk with all mods, but I just want everyone to be aware of my abilities when contacting me.

I'm still hoping that more experienced people are willing to offer their help here. Anything from swapping a LED, to tweaking circuits, to machining is fair game for this thread. Hopefully as this thread gets more exposure, it might raise more interest.

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GreenLED,
You rock!
I have a new Arc AAA-P that I don't like due to the very blue tint. When I ordered it I thought it was supposed to have a good LED in it, but it is not my definition of "good".
Can you suggest anything short of a full blown Lux mod? Are you aware of any emitters that you could install that would remedy the tint?
If so I'd like to get one and have you work your magic on the reflector and swap.
But, I would not be comfortable taking you up on the free offer. The least I could do is to send some gifts your way if you won't accept payment.
Thanks for the karma!

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I will offer my services as well.I build mods and can replace drivers and led's and can make small heatsinks.And like Greenled said I am not a pro but I am compentent and through.I will treat your stuff like it's yours.

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I hope this is not going to cause problems here, as others are charging money to do this mod, and if it does I will immediately withdraw my offer.

That being said, I am willing to do the Fenix L1P two stage mod for anyone that wants it. The only things I request are:

-The light is sent to me in packaging that will be reused to return to you
-Return postage equaling what it cost you to mail it to me is included
-an additional $ .50 or your resistor of choice is included (unless specified I will use the 10 ohm 1/4 watt resistor)

I know I am new to this board, but I have done my own and am very meticulous with electronics. Turn around time should only be a day or two at the most as I work 24 hr shifts at the firehouse.

The prefered way to contact me is email: NeverForget911 at comcast.net
Looking forward to helping anyway I can!

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I have sucessfully disassembled 2 late KL1s without damaging anything. (Unless you count some melted strapwrench on the HA finish. ) A McR20 is pretty much a drop-in for those who don't like the optic's beam. It only takes me a few minutes and Pri mail is $3.85 each way. I'm not interested in doing the actual mods.

Greenone, Hope to get started tomorrw.

Larry

So much for not being able to find my happy a** with both hands and a flashlight! (Do not look into Tank Searchlight with remaining eye!)

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I first want to thank GreenLed for this thread. Very nice indeed! Well, I don't have much skills in this area either. I can do a pretty good job soldering with Kiu's socket kits or frost a bulb or two. Though mailing items back and forth may be expensive. So maybe the locals will be the only ones to benefit.

The other skill I can offer is help troubleshoot your Windows based PC. I used to be a LAN administrator that build PCs for a living. Though seems like lots of people are computer savvy these days. Nowadays, I just test vehicle software for American Honda.

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I started with no soldering skills, and after many, many, (did I say many more? ) mods killed, I finally can do things a little better. Don't think I'm an expert modder; I am not. I can solder/desolder (most of the times ), but I can't build circuits for people, nor I'd have any idea of where to start building an Aleph, etc. Again, please read my disclaimer.

We really need more people to offer their services. I'm swamped with requests (some really challenging ones too! -which, I can't do, sorry) and it'd be great if more people could help. I simply can't do 20 mods per month, so I'll have to set limits at some point. So here's a with a request for more people willing to do simple mods at no charge.

Help and suggestions for virus/trojan/spyware/malware removal

this thread has inspired me!

I too can help someone in my area of expertise. I am willing to offer free advice (in my spare time) on preventing (the key!) and removing virus/trojan/spyware/malware on your pc. I have expert knowledge of PC’s, hardware/software, networking, administration and security.

Here are some examples of questions I will answer:
Whats the best antivirus? Spyware remover?
How do I prevent Spyware/Malware in the first place?
How can I speed up my pc?
I think I'm infected what should I do?
Damn popups!
Where is the best place to get parts/upgrades?
Where is the cheapest/best place to download (legal) music?

Do not post here! Please PM me with your question(s)!

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Taking some advice and wording from GreenLed (hope you don’t mind!)
my “legal” disclaimer:
I'll continue to offer this as long as it doesn't demand too much time. Please understand that I'm very busy with work and family and am offering this free advice in my own spare time. I may not be able to help you in a timely matter. I offer no guarantees whatsoever. I will give you the best advice I can (I am an expert and do this for a living) and will do my best to obtain good results, but I cannot be held responsible for any damages, lost data, etc. etc. etc….